as the chaplain of the united states house of representatives, reverend patrick convoyed, gives the benediction. >> let us pray. we give you thanks, almighty god, for your gifts to our nation in the form of rosa parks. you're good and faithful servant. one of the finest citizens of montgomery, she took a heroic stand by sitting. she is the course of human history as it is lived on our continent. it came to define the civil rights era, her cause was deep in the hearts of so many injustices. we are honoring her with a congressional gold medal, it honors the mother of the modern-day civil rights movement, we present this statue. as we leave this place, may we never forget the incredible bravery and sacrifices of those like rosa parks who call us to greatness as american citizens. give us the grace, oh, god, to remain vigilant in guaranteeing that no person in our great land should ever suffer injustice, like so many of our national heroes once did. amen. >> ladies and gentlemen, please remain at your in your seats for the departure of the official party, following the departure, guests are invited